Silenced
RPWL Lyrics
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Dropping bombs on children, feeding hate and fear
The coming generation learns to suffer and destroy
Without even knowing, what they're fighting for
Can't you see what's going on outside?
Our mission is a new tomorrow
So many lives got nowhere to hide
And no chance to change things for a better world
They have been silenced and left in the dark
You can smell the perfume of death lying on the ground
Killing in your modern world, it doesn't make a sound
People take their pleasure in causing suffering and pain
The healing waters running dry, our Babylon will fall again
Can't you see what's going on outside?
Our mission is a new tomorrow
So many lives got nowhere to hide
And no chance to change things for a better world
Our life seems to be so bright safe in our cities of gold
Standing still and doing what we're told
'cause it's not our business at all
People that suffer for such a long time
And the world with its interests is standing aside
They have been silenced and left in the dark
They die that we can live, they starve that we can eat
They are tortured while we're sleeping, still have no bad dreams
Manipulate statistics, clouding out the truth
But in our patterns of behavior it wouldn't change things if we knew
We learned to be silent so let's keep it dark
Look what they are doing behind their ugly walls
They are a demographic danger, they are born to live in war
You are a victim of your birth, I see the enemy within
I see what you are and I can see what you have been
The problem must be solved, we can solve it I am sure
For every friend of mine, I'll kill a hundred friends of yours
The world keeps on turning while innocents die
How much guilt can you take in one life?
But we have learned to sleep well in the night
People that suffered for such a long time
But we have learned to sleep well in the night
'Cause they have been silenced and left far behind
The song Silenced by RPWL offers a powerful message about the constant injustices happening in the world. The lyrics speak about the lack of freedom and peace that many people experience due to wars, bombings, and hate. It highlights the cycle of violence that is perpetuated, with the coming generation learning to suffer and destroy without understanding the reasons behind their actions. The song also speaks about the idea that people in modern societies often turn a blind eye to the suffering of others, preferring to stay silent and not interfere in the affairs of others.
The second verse of the song speaks of the stench of death that is present in many war-torn regions, and how people take pleasure in causing pain and suffering. The lyrics also mention the scarcity of resources, with healing waters running dry, and links this to the downfall of society, with Babylon being mentioned as an example. The chorus repeats the message that things need to change, and that too many lives are being left in the dark, silenced and ignored.
The third verse of the song speaks about the different ways in which people suffer, with some dying so that others might live, and others being tortured while we sleep peacefully in our beds. The lyrics also highlight that often statistics are manipulated, obscuring the truth of what is happening in the world, and that people have learned to stay silent even when they know the truth.
Overall, the song Silenced by RPWL is a call to action, asking listeners to pay attention to what is happening in the world and to take a stand against the injustices that they see around them.
Line by Line Meaning
No right to live in freedom, no right to live in peace
The lack of freedom and peace in the world due to violence and war.
Dropping bombs on children, feeding hate and fear
The destruction of innocent lives and the negative consequences of violence.
The coming generation learns to suffer and destroy
The cycle of violence perpetuated by generations and the negative impact on future generations.
Without even knowing, what they're fighting for
The lack of a clear reason or motive for the violence and destruction in the world.
Can't you see what's going on outside?
The need to recognize and address the problems and issues in the world.
Our mission is a new tomorrow
The need for change and progress towards a better future.
So many lives got nowhere to hide
The lack of safety and protection for innocent people affected by violence and war.
And no chance to change things for a better world
The feeling of helplessness and inability to make positive changes in the world.
They have been silenced and left in the dark
The suppression of voices and the lack of attention given to the plight of innocent people suffering in the world.
You can smell the perfume of death lying on the ground
The presence and aftermath of violence and destruction in the world.
Killing in your modern world, it doesn't make a sound
The apathy and indifference towards the violence occurring in the world.
People take their pleasure in causing suffering and pain
The sadistic nature of some people who derive enjoyment from violence and the suffering of others.
The healing waters running dry, our Babylon will fall again
The negative consequences of violence on societies and the likelihood of repeating past mistakes.
Our life seems to be so bright safe in our cities of gold
The disconnect between privileged people living in safety and those suffering from violence and war.
Standing still and doing what we're told
The lack of action and initiative towards addressing the problems in the world.
'cause it's not our business at all
The indifference and lack of responsibility towards issues affecting others who are outside of one's immediate community.
People that suffer for such a long time
The ongoing pain and suffering experienced by those affected by violence and war.
And the world with its interests is standing aside
The inaction and lack of attention given by the international community to issues and conflicts affecting certain regions and populations.
They die that we can live, they starve that we can eat
The unequal distribution of resources and the negative consequences for those who are denied access to basic necessities.
They are tortured while we're sleeping, still have no bad dreams
The lack of awareness or concern for the suffering of others.
Manipulate statistics, clouding out the truth
The distortion of information and data to hide or downplay the severity of problems in the world.
But in our patterns of behavior it wouldn't change things if we knew
The difficulty in making positive changes even if people were aware of the issues and problems in the world.
We learned to be silent so let's keep it dark
The suppression of voices and the normalization of silence regarding the problems and issues in the world.
Look what they are doing behind their ugly walls
The hidden and secret nature of violent and oppressive regimes.
They are a demographic danger, they are born to live in war
The negative stereotypes and prejudices against certain populations and the justification for violence against them.
You are a victim of your birth, I see the enemy within
The harmful and unfair nature of certain societal structures and the negative impact on certain populations.
I see what you are and I can see what you have been
The ability to recognize and understand the experiences and struggles of those affected by violence and war.
The problem must be solved, we can solve it I am sure
The need for a collective effort to address and solve the issues and problems in the world.
For every friend of mine, I'll kill a hundred friends of yours
The dangerous and violent nature of revenge and retaliation.
The world keeps on turning while innocents die
The continuance of life and time despite the negative impact of violence and war on innocent people.
How much guilt can you take in one life?
The ethical and moral responsibility to address the problems and issues in the world.
But we have learned to sleep well in the night
The ability to ignore or forget the problems and suffering in the world for one's own comfort and well-being.
They have been silenced and left far behind
The silencing and neglect of voices and the negative impact on innocent people affected by violence and war.
Writer(s): Karlheinz Wallner, Juergen Lang Copyright: Arabella Musikverlag Gmbh, Farmlands Musikverlag Juergen Lang
Contributed by Nathaniel M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.